How To Fix FAGL_CLOCO016 - Start date &1 is greater than or equal to the end date (task &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_CLOCO - Messages for Closing Cockpit

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Start date &1 is greater than or equal to the end date (task &2)

What causes this issue?

The start date and end date of task &V2& are inconsistent. The start
date of a task must <zu>precede</> the end date of the task.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the dates specified for task &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_CLOCO016 - Start date &1 is greater than or equal to the end date (task &2) ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_CLOCO016 indicates that there is a problem with the date range specified for a closing operation in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module. Specifically, the error states that the start date is greater than or equal to the end date for a particular task, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The user has entered an incorrect date range for a closing task.
  The start date is set to a date that is later than the end date.
  The dates may have been inadvertently swapped or incorrectly inputted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Review the start and end dates you have entered for the closing task. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  
  Correct the Input: If you find that the start date is indeed greater than or equal to the end date, correct the dates accordingly. Make sure to input a valid date range.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Task: After correcting the dates, re-attempt the closing operation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to use, refer to your organization's closing schedule or consult with your finance team.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, check if there are any system configurations or settings that might be affecting the date validation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in transactions related to financial closing, such as FAGL_CLOCO (Closing Cockpit) or other related G/L closing transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the closing tasks, as sometimes restrictions can lead to unexpected errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more information on the closing process and date requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_CLOCO016 error and successfully complete your closing tasks in SAP.